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Franklin Universal Trust
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August 14, 2025 40-17F2

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2]

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811-05569 August 5, 2025 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA

May 6, 2025 40-17F2

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2]

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811-05569 April 28, 2025 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA

April 30, 2025 40-17F2

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2]

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811-05569 April 28, 2025 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA

March 14, 2025 40-17F2

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2]

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811-05569 April 16, 2024 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA

February 7, 2025 DEF 14A

Class I Nominees for Independent Trustee to serve until the 2028 Annual Shareholders’ Meeting Class I Nominee for Interested Trustee to serve until 2028 Annual Shareholders’ Meeting Class II Independent Trustees serving until 2026 Annual Shareholders

Schedule 14A Information Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(A) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

October 8, 2024 40-17F2

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2]

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811-05569 September 26, 2024 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL

October 3, 2024 40-17F2

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2]

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811-05569 September 26, 2024 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL

August 22, 2024 40-17F2

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2]

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811-05569 November 27, 2023 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL

August 20, 2024 40-17F2

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2]

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811-05569 March 9, 2023 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA H

August 19, 2024 40-17F2

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2]

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811-05569 March 9, 2023 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA H

August 12, 2024 40-17F2

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2]

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811-05569 March 9, 2023 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA H

August 8, 2024 40-17F2

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2]

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811-05569 November 27, 2023 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL

August 5, 2024 40-17F2

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2]

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811-05569 November 27, 2023 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL

February 6, 2024 DEF 14A

Class III Nominees for Independent Trustee to serve until the 2027 Annual Shareholders’ Meeting Class I Independent Trustees serving until 2025 Annual Shareholders’ Meeting Class I Interested Trustee serving until 2025 Annual Shareholders’ Meeting Cl

Schedule 14A Information Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(A) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

February 9, 2023 DEF 14A

Class II Nominees for Independent Trustee to serve until the 2026 Annual Shareholders’ Meeting Class II Nominee for Interested Trustee to serve until 2026 Annual Shareholders’ Meeting Class III Independent Trustees serving until 2024 Annual Shareho

DEF 14A 1 futproxystatement-final.htm Schedule 14A Information Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(A) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant [X] Filed by a Party other than the Registrant [ ] Check the appropriate box: [ ] Preliminary Proxy Statement [ ] Confidential, for Use of the Commission [X] Definitive Proxy Statement Only (as permitted by Rule 14a

January 23, 2023 NPORT-EX

following marketplace

NPORT-EX 2 FUT.htm Not FDIC Insured May Lose Value No Bank Guarantee FUT-Q1PH 1 Schedule of Investments (unaudited) Franklin Universal Trust 2 Notes to Schedule of Investments 37 Franklin Universal Trust Schedule of Investments (unaudited), November 30, 2022 Quarterly Schedule of Investments See Notes to Schedule of Investments. 2 a a Country Shares a Value a a a a a a Common Stocks 48.6% Electric

October 12, 2022 40-17F2

Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

40-17F2 1 fut17f2-pe33121.htm UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17F-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -05569 September 29, 2022 2. State Identification Number

July 15, 2022 NPORT-EX

Trust (Fund)

Not FDIC Insured May Lose Value No Bank Guarantee FUT-Q3PH 1 Schedule of Investments (unaudited) Franklin Universal Trust 2 Notes to Schedule of Investments 41 Franklin Universal Trust Schedule of Investments (unaudited), May 31, 2022 Quarterly Schedule of Investments See Notes to Schedule of Investments.

June 3, 2022 CORRESP

APPENDIX Funds and Reports Reviewed by SEC Staff Fund # File # Registrant Name Series Name FYE Reviewed 1 811-22641 Franklin Alternative Strategies Funds Franklin K2 Alternative Strategies Fund 5/31/2021 2 811-22641 Franklin Alternative Strategies Fu

CORRESP 1 filename1.htm One Franklin Parkway San Mateo, CA 94403-1906 tel 800.632.2350 franklintempleton.com June 3, 2022 VIA EDGAR Christina DiAngelo Fettig U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Investment Management 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC 20549-8626 Subject: Franklin Templeton Funds (the “Funds”) (as listed on the attached Appendix) Dear Ms. Fettig: On behalf of the Funds,

February 7, 2022 DEF 14A

Class I Nominees for Independent Trustee to serve until 2025 Annual Shareholders’ Meeting Class I Nominee for Interested Trustee to serve until 2025 Annual Shareholders’ Meeting Class II Independent Trustees serving until 2023 Annual Shareholders’

Schedule 14A Information Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(A) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

February 3, 2022 40-17F2

Report of Independent Accountants

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17F-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -05569 April 12, 2019 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA

January 14, 2022 NPORT-EX

spread. The

Not FDIC Insured May Lose Value No Bank Guarantee FUT-Q1PH 1 Statement of Investments (unaudited) Franklin Universal Trust 2 Notes to Statement of Investments 15 Franklin Universal Trust Statement of Investments (unaudited), November 30, 2021 Quarterly Statement of Investments See Notes to Statement of Investments.

December 29, 2021 40-17F2

Report of Independent Accountants

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17F-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -05569 December 23, 2021 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL

October 19, 2021 40-17F2

Report of Independent Accountants

40-17F2 1 f2-futpe103120.htm FUT 17F2 103120 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17F-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -05569 October 5, 2021 2. State Identific

July 23, 2021 NPORT-EX

spread. The

Not FDIC Insured May Lose Value No Bank Guarantee FUT-Q3PH 1 Statements of Investments (unaudited) Franklin Universal Trust 2 Notes to Financial Statements 15 Franklin Universal Trust Statement of Investments (unaudited), May 31, 2021 Quarterly Statement of Investments See Notes to Statement of Investments.

May 13, 2021 40-17F2

Report of Independent Accountants

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17F-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -05569 April 21, 2021 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA

February 3, 2021 DEF 14A

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franklinproxy2021.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing Schedule 14A Information Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(A) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant [X] Filed by a Party other than the Registrant [ ] Check the appropriate box: [ ] Preliminary Proxy Statement [ ] Confidential, for Use of the Commission [X] Definitive Proxy Statement On

January 25, 2021 NPORT-EX

spread. The

Franklin Universal Trust Statement of Investments (unaudited), November 30, 2020 See Notes to Statement of Investments.

December 30, 2020 40-17F2

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17F-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -05569 December 18, 2020 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL

November 27, 2020 40-17F2

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fut17f2-113019.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17F-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -05569 November 19, 202

October 22, 2020 NPORT-EX

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Franklin Universal Trust Statement of Investments, November 30, 2019 (unaudited) Country Shares/Warrants Value Common Stocks and Other Equity Interests 41.

July 28, 2020 NPORT-EX

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Franklin Universal Trust Statement of Investments (unaudited), May 31, 2020 See Notes to Statement of Investments.

May 28, 2020 40-17F2

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fut17f2-053119.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17F-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -05569 May 20, 2020 2.

January 31, 2020 DEF 14A

FT / Franklin Universal Trust DEF 14A - -

futproxystatement-final.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing Schedule 14A Information Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(A) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant [X] Filed by a Party other than the Registrant [ ] Check the appropriate box: [ ] Preliminary Proxy Statement [ ] Confidential, for Use of the Commission [X] Definitive Proxy Statem

January 29, 2020 NPORT-EX

Country Shares/Warrants Value Common Stocks and Other Equity Interests 41.1% Energy 0.9% Amplify Energy Corp. United States       245       $1,348 a,b Amplify Energy Corp., wts., 4/21/20 United States     2,365           — a Birch Permian Holdings In

Franklin Universal Trust Statement of Investments, November 30, 2019 (unaudited) Country Shares/Warrants Value Common Stocks and Other Equity Interests 41.

January 8, 2020 40-17F2

FT / Franklin Universal Trust 40-17F2 - -

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17F-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -05569 October 17, 2019 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL

December 27, 2019 40-17F2

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17F-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -05569 August 30, 2018 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL G

December 18, 2019 40-17F2

FT / Franklin Universal Trust 40-17F2 - -

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17F-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -05569 August 30, 2018 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL G

December 13, 2019 40-17F2

FT / Franklin Universal Trust 40-17F2 - -

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17F-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -05569 August 30, 2018 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL G

July 29, 2019 NPORT-EX

FT / Franklin Universal Trust NPORT-EX - -

Franklin Universal Trust Statement of Investments, May 31, 2019 (unaudited) Country Shares/Warrants Value Common Stocks and Other Equity Interests 41.

March 15, 2019 DEFA14A

FT / Franklin Universal Trust

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

January 31, 2019 DEF 14A

FT / Franklin Universal Trust DEF 14A

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

January 25, 2019 N-Q

FT / Franklin Universal Trust N-Q (Quarterly Schedule of Portfolio Holdings)

n-qfut113018sec.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number 811-05569 Franklin Universal Trust (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) One Franklin Parkway, San Mateo, CA 94403-1906 (Add

January 25, 2019 EX-99.CERT

I, Matthew T. Hinkle, certify that:

EX-99.CERT 2 fut-302certs.htm 302 CERTS Exhibit 3 (a) I, Matthew T. Hinkle, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Franklin Universal Trust; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, no

January 15, 2019 PRE 14A

FT / Franklin Universal Trust PRE 14A

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

July 27, 2018 EX-99.CERT

I, Matthew T. Hinkle, certify that:

EX-99.CERT 2 fut302certs.htm 302 CERTS Exhibit 3(a) I, Matthew T. Hinkle, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Franklin Universal Trust; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not

July 27, 2018 N-Q

FT / Franklin Universal Trust FUT NQ PE:05-31-18 (Quarterly Schedule of Portfolio Holdings)

n-qfutpe053118sec.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number 811-05569 Franklin Universal Trust (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) One Franklin Parkway, San Mateo, CA 94403-1906 (A

March 21, 2018 40-17F2

FT / Franklin Universal Trust 40-17F2

fut17f2-073117.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17F-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -05569 February 23, 201

March 20, 2018 40-17F2

FT / Franklin Universal Trust 40-17F2

fut17f2-053117.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17F-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -05569 February 23, 201

February 2, 2018 DEF 14A

FT / Franklin Universal Trust 14A

futproxystatementfinal.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.) Filed by the Registrant [X] Filed by a party other than the Registrant [ ] Check the appropriate box: [ ] Preliminary Proxy Statement [X] Definitive Proxy Statement [ ] Definitive Additional Materials [ ] So

January 26, 2018 N-Q

Franklin Universal Trust -

n-qfutwrappage.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number 811-05569 Franklin Universal Trust (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) One Franklin Parkway, San Mateo, CA 94403-1906 (Addr

January 26, 2018 EX-99.CERT

I, Matthew T. Hinkle, certify that:

EX-99.CERT 2 futcerts113017.htm Exhibit 3(a) I, Matthew T. Hinkle, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Franklin Universal Trust; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not mislead

November 6, 2017 40-17F2

FT / Franklin Universal Trust FUT 17F-2 PE:01-31-17

fut17f2-013117.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17F-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -05569 October 31, 2017

October 10, 2017 40-17F2

Franklin Universal Trust 17F-2 PE:08-31-16

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October 5, 2017 40-17F2

Franklin Universal Trust FUT PE:05-31-16

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17F-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -05569 August 24, 2017 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL G

July 28, 2017 N-Q

Franklin Universal Trust - FUT NQ PE:05-31-2017

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July 28, 2017 EX-99.CERT

I, Matthew T. Hinkle, certify that:

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February 8, 2017 DEF 14A

Franklin Universal Trust FUT PROXY

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January 27, 2017 EX-99.CERT

I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that:

EX-99.CERT 2 fut302certs.htm 302 CERTS Exhibit 3(a) I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Franklin Universal Trust; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not

January 27, 2017 N-Q

Franklin Universal Trust FUT NQ PE: 11-30-2016 (Quarterly Schedule of Portfolio Holdings)

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November 15, 2016 40-17F2

Franklin Universal Trust FUT 17F-2 PE 3-31-16

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November 9, 2016 40-17F2

Franklin Universal Trust FUT 17-F2 PE 7-1-15 - 12-31-15

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17F-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -05569 September 21, 2016 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC F

July 28, 2016 EX-99.CERT

I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that:

fut302certs.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing Exhibit 3(a) I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Franklin Universal Trust; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such stat

July 28, 2016 N-Q

Franklin Universal Trust FUT NQ PE:05-31-16 (Quarterly Schedule of Portfolio Holdings)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number 811-05569 Franklin Universal Trust (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) One Franklin Parkway, San Mateo, CA 94403-1906 (Address of principal executive offices) (Zip code) Craig S.

February 8, 2016 DEF 14A

Franklin Universal Trust FUT DEF 14A

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February 3, 2016 CORRESP

FRANKLIN TEMPLETON INVESTMENTS ONE FRANKLIN PARKWAY SAN MATEO, CA 94403-1906 February 3, 2016

FRANKLIN TEMPLETON INVESTMENTS ONE FRANKLIN PARKWAY SAN MATEO, CA 94403-1906 February 3, 2016 VIA EDGAR Ms.

January 27, 2016 EX-99.CERT

I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that:

fut302certs1115.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing Exhibit 3(a) I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Franklin Universal Trust; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such

January 27, 2016 N-Q

Franklin Universal Trust (Quarterly Schedule of Portfolio Holdings)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number 811-05569 Franklin Universal Trust (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) One Franklin Parkway, San Mateo, CA 94403-1906 (Address of principal executive offices) (Zip code) Craig S.

January 22, 2016 40-17F2

Franklin Universal Trust FUT PE: 04-01-15 TO 06-30-15

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July 28, 2015 EX-99.CERT

I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that:

fut302certs.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing Exhibit 3(a) I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Franklin Universal Trust; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such stat

July 28, 2015 N-Q

Franklin Universal Trust FUT NQ (Quarterly Schedule of Portfolio Holdings)

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June 16, 2015 40-17F2

Franklin Universal Trust 7F2

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June 11, 2015 40-17F2

Franklin Universal Trust 7F2

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February 12, 2015 DEF 14A

FT / Franklin Universal Trust DEF 14A - - FUT

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January 28, 2015 N-Q

Franklin Universal Trust

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January 28, 2015 EX-99.CERT

I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that:

fut-302certs.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing Exhibit 3 (a) I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Franklin Universal Trust; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such st

November 14, 2014 40-17F2

FT / Franklin Universal Trust 40-17F2 - -

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October 9, 2014 40-17F2

FT / Franklin Universal Trust 40-17F2 - -

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July 29, 2014 N-Q

FT / Franklin Universal Trust N-Q - Quarterly Schedule of Portfolio Holdings - NQ FUT PE 5-31-14

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July 29, 2014 EX-99.CERT

I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that:

certs302sec.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing Exhibit 3(a) I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Franklin Universal Trust; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such stat

June 27, 2014 40-17F2

FT / Franklin Universal Trust 40-17F2 - - FUT 17F2 PE 8/1/13 TO 1/31/14

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February 24, 2014 DEF 14A

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January 28, 2014 N-Q

Quarterly Schedule of Portfolio Holdings -

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January 28, 2014 EX-99.CERT

I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that:

fut-302certs.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing Exhibit 3 (a) I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Franklin Universal Trust; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such st

December 9, 2013 40-17F2

- FUT PE 4/1/13 - 7/31/13

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July 29, 2013 N-Q

Quarterly Schedule of Portfolio Holdings -

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July 29, 2013 EX-99.CERT

I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that:

fut-302certs.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing Exhibit 3 (a) I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Franklin Universal Trust; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such st

July 15, 2013 CORRESP

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franklinsecsoxcomment6-2013r.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing FRANKLIN TEMPLETON INVESTMENTS ONE FRANKLIN PARKWAY SAN MATEO, CA 94403-1906 July 15, 2013 VIA EDGAR Ms. Christina DiAngelo Mr. Jeffrey Long U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Investment Management Office of Disclosure and Review 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC 20549-8626 Subject: Franklin, Templeton, and

July 11, 2013 40-17F2

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fut17f2-33113.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -05569 June 18, 2013 2. State Identificatio

June 18, 2013 40-17F2

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June 13, 2013 40-17F2

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fut17f2-93010.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -05569 May 26, 2011 2. State Identification Number:

June 12, 2013 40-17F2

- FUT PE 3/1/10 - 05/31/10

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April 5, 2013 40-17F2

- FUT 17F-2 PE 12/31/12

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February 20, 2013 DEF 14A

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January 28, 2013 N-Q

Quarterly Schedule of Portfolio Holdings -

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January 28, 2013 EX-99.CERT

I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that:

fut-302certs1112.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing Exhibit 3 (a) I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Franklin Universal Trust; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which suc

October 10, 2012 40-17F2

- FUT 17F-2 PE 7/31/12

fut17f2073112.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -05569 September 28, 2012 2. State Identification Nu

September 5, 2012 40-17F2

- FUT 17F-2 PE 5/31/12

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July 27, 2012 N-Q

Quarterly Schedule of Portfolio Holdings -

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July 27, 2012 EX-99.CERT

I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that:

fut302certs.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing Exhibit 3 (a) I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Franklin Universal Trust; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such sta

March 21, 2012 40-17F2

- FUT 17F2 PE 12/31/11

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February 22, 2012 DEF 14A

- FUT ANNUAL S/H MTG 3/23/12

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January 26, 2012 N-Q

Quarterly Schedule of Portfolio Holdings -

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January 26, 2012 EX-99.CERT

I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that:

EX-99.CERT 2 fut302certs.htm Exhibit 3(a) I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Franklin Universal Trust; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleadin

January 9, 2012 40-17F2

- FUT 17F-2 REPT PE 6/1/11-8/31/11

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October 12, 2011 40-17F2

Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -05569 September 9, 2011 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA HI ID IL IN IA KS KY LA

July 28, 2011 EX-99.CERT

I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that:

EX-99.CERT 10 fut302cert711.htm Exhibit 3 (a) I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Franklin Universal Trust; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misle

July 28, 2011 N-Q

Franklin Universal Trust One Franklin Parkway, San Mateo, CA 94403-1906 Craig S. Tyle, One Franklin Parkway, San Mateo, CA 94403-1906 Franklin Universal Trust

FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number 811-05569 Franklin Universal Trust (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) One Franklin Parkway, San Mateo, CA 94403-1906 (Address of principal executive offices) (Zip code) Craig S.

February 17, 2011 DEF 14A

Nominees for Independent Trustee Nominees for Interested Trustee ANNUAL SHAREHOLDERS’ MEETING – MARCH 25, 2011

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

January 28, 2011 EX-99.CERT

I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that:

EX-99.CERT 2 fut302-certs1130.htm FUT 302 CERTS Exhibit 3 (a) I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Franklin Universal Trust; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were

January 28, 2011 N-Q

Quarterly Statement ofInvestments

nqfut-113010.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing Quarterly Statement ofInvestments See Notes to Statements ofInvestments. Franklin Universal Trust Notes to Statement of Investments (unaudited) 1. ORGANIZATION Franklin Universal Trust (Fund) is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended, as a closed-end investment company. 2. FINANCIAL INSTRUMENT VALUATION The Fund

November 10, 2010 40-17F2

U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2

fut17f200110.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811-05569 July 20, 2010 2. State Identification Number: A

July 28, 2010 EX-99.CERT

I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that:

EX-99.CERT 2 fut302cert053110.htm SECTION 302 CERTIFICATION Exhibit 3(a) I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Franklin Universal Trust; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such stat

July 28, 2010 N-Q

Franklin Universal Trust One Franklin Parkway, San Mateo, CA 94403-1906 Craig S. Tyle, One Franklin Parkway, San Mateo, CA 94403-1906 Franklin Universal Trust

FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number 811-05569 Franklin Universal Trust (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) One Franklin Parkway, San Mateo, CA 94403-1906 (Address of principal executive offices) (Zip code) Craig S.

February 23, 2010 DEF 14A

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.)

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

February 16, 2010 SC 13G/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G/A (Rule 13d-102) Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G/A (Rule 13d-102) Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1) Franklin Universal Trust (Name of Issuer) Shares of Beneficial Interest (Title of Class of Securities) 355145103 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2009 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designa

June 8, 2009 40-17F2

U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2

U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 1. Investment Company Act File Number: 811- 05569 Date Examination completed: May 29, 2009 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA HI ID IL IN IA KS KY LA ME MD

February 25, 2009 40-17F2

U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2

U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 1. Investment Company Act File Number: 811- 05569 Date Examination completed: January 23, 2009 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA HI ID IL IN IA KS KY LA M

October 14, 2008 40-17F2

U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2

U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 1. Investment Company Act File Number: 811- 05569 Date Examination completed: September 15, 2008 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA HI ID IL IN IA KS KY LA

October 9, 2008 40-17F2

U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2

U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 1. Investment Company Act File Number: 811- 05569 Date Examination completed: April 23, 2008 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA HI ID IL IN IA KS KY LA ME

October 7, 2008 40-17F2

U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2

U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 1. Investment Company Act File Number: 811-05569 Date Examination completed: January 24, 2008 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA HI ID IL IN IA KS KY LA ME

March 28, 2008 SC TO-T/A

OMB APPROVAL

OMB APPROVAL OMB Number: 3235-0145 Expires: February 28, 2009 Estimated average burden Hours per response 10.

March 28, 2008 EX-99.(A)(1)(J)

For more information, contact Bulldog Investors General Partnership at (201) 556-0092 BULLDOG INVESTORS GENERAL PARTNERSHIP TERMINATES ITS TENDER OFFER FOR FRANKLIN UNIVERSAL TRUST SHARES

Exhibit (a)(1)(J) FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For more information, contact Bulldog Investors General Partnership at (201) 556-0092 BULLDOG INVESTORS GENERAL PARTNERSHIP TERMINATES ITS TENDER OFFER FOR FRANKLIN UNIVERSAL TRUST SHARES March 28, 2008 ?Bulldog Investors General Partnership (?BIGP?) has terminated its amended tender offer to purchase up to 5,000,000 shares of beneficial interest, $0.

March 7, 2008 DFAN14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ¨ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant x Check the appropriate box: o Preliminary Proxy Statement ¨ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule14a-6(

March 6, 2008 EX-99.(A)(1)(I)

For more information, contact Bulldog Investors General Partnership at (201) 556-0092 BULLDOG INVESTORS GENERAL PARTNERSHIP AMENDS ITS TENDER OFFER FOR SHARES OF BENEFICIAL INTEREST OF FT TO INCREASE THE PRICE TO 100% OF NAV AND EXTEND THE EXPIRATION

EXHIBIT (a)(1)(I) FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For more information, contact Bulldog Investors General Partnership at (201) 556-0092 BULLDOG INVESTORS GENERAL PARTNERSHIP AMENDS ITS TENDER OFFER FOR SHARES OF BENEFICIAL INTEREST OF FT TO INCREASE THE PRICE TO 100% OF NAV AND EXTEND THE EXPIRATION DATE March 6, 2008 ? (New York) ? Bulldog Investors General Partnership (?BIGP?) is amending its offer to purchase shares of beneficial interest, $0.

March 6, 2008 SC TO-T/A

OMB APPROVAL

OMB APPROVAL OMB Number: 3235-0145 Expires: February 28, 2009 Estimated average burden Hours per response 10.

February 15, 2008 EX-99.(A)(1)(G)

For more information, contact Bulldog Investors General Partnership at (201) 556-0092 BULLDOG INVESTORS GENERAL PARTNERSHIP COMMENCES TENDER OFFER TO PURCHASE UP TO 5,000,000 SHARES OF BENEFICIAL INTEREST OF FT AT 95% OF NET ASSET VALUE PER SHARE

EX-99.(A)(1)(G) 8 ex99a1g.htm PRESS RELEASE Exhibit (a)(1)(G) FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For more information, contact Bulldog Investors General Partnership at (201) 556-0092 BULLDOG INVESTORS GENERAL PARTNERSHIP COMMENCES TENDER OFFER TO PURCHASE UP TO 5,000,000 SHARES OF BENEFICIAL INTEREST OF FT AT 95% OF NET ASSET VALUE PER SHARE February 15, 2008 — Bulldog Investors General Partnership (“BIGP”) is

February 15, 2008 EX-99.(A)(1)(A)

Offer to Purchase for Cash Up To 5,000,000 Shares of Beneficial Interest Franklin Universal Trust 95% of Net Asset Value Per Share Bulldog Investors General Partnership

EX-99.(A)(1)(A) 2 ex99a1a.htm OFFER TO PURCHASE Exhibit (a)(1)(A) Offer to Purchase for Cash Up To 5,000,000 Shares of Beneficial Interest of Franklin Universal Trust at 95% of Net Asset Value Per Share by Bulldog Investors General Partnership THE OFFER AND WITHDRAWAL RIGHTS WILL EXPIRE AT 5:00 P.M., NEW YORK CITY TIME, ON MARCH 21, 2008, UNLESS THE OFFER IS EXTENDED (THE “EXPIRATION DATE”). Bulld

February 15, 2008 EX-99.(A)(1)(F)

GUIDELINES FOR CERTIFICATION OF TAXPAYER IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON SUBSTITUTE FORM W-9

EXHIBIT (a)(1)(F) GUIDELINES FOR CERTIFICATION OF TAXPAYER IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON SUBSTITUTE FORM W-9 GUIDELINES FOR DETERMINING THE PROPER IDENTIFICATION NUMBER TO GIVE THE PAYER.

February 15, 2008 SC TO-T

OMB APPROVAL

OMB APPROVAL OMB Number: 3235-0145 Expires: February 28, 2009 Estimated average burden Hours per response 10.

February 15, 2008 DEFC14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ? Filed by a Party other than the Registrant x Check the appropriate box: o Preliminary Proxy Statement ? Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule14a-6(

February 15, 2008 EX-99.(A)(1)(C)

Notice of Guaranteed Delivery Tender Shares of Beneficial Interest FRANKLIN UNIVERSAL TRUST BULLDOG INVESTORS GENERAL PARTNERSHIP

EX-99.(A)(1)(C) 4 ex99a1c.htm NOTICE OF GUARANTEED DELIVERY EXHIBIT (a)(1)(C) Notice of Guaranteed Delivery to Tender Shares of Beneficial Interest of FRANKLIN UNIVERSAL TRUST to BULLDOG INVESTORS GENERAL PARTNERSHIP THE OFFER AND WITHDRAWAL RIGHTS EXPIRE AT 5:00 P.M., NEW YORK CITY TIME, ON MARCH 21, 2008, UNLESS THE OFFER IS EXTENDED. (Not to be used for Signature Guarantees) This Notice of Guar

February 15, 2008 EX-99.(A)(1)(B)

Letter of Transmittal Tender Shares of Beneficial Interest FRANKLIN UNIVERSAL TRUST PURSUANT TO THE OFFER TO PURCHASE DATED FEBRUARY 15, 2008 95% of Net Asset Value Per Share (CUSIP Number of Class of Securities: 355145103) BULLDOG INVESTORS GENERAL

EXHIBIT (a)(1)(B) Letter of Transmittal to Tender Shares of Beneficial Interest of FRANKLIN UNIVERSAL TRUST PURSUANT TO THE OFFER TO PURCHASE DATED FEBRUARY 15, 2008 AT 95% of Net Asset Value Per Share (CUSIP Number of Class of Securities: 355145103) by BULLDOG INVESTORS GENERAL PARTNERSHIP THE OFFER AND WITHDRAWAL RIGHTS EXPIRE AT 5:00 P.

February 15, 2008 EX-99.(A)(1)(E)

Offer to Purchase for Cash Up To 5,000,000 Shares of Beneficial Interest Franklin Universal Trust 95% of Net Asset Value Per Share Bulldog Investors General Partnership

EX-99.(A)(1)(E) 6 ex99a1e.htm LETTER TO CLIENTS EXHIBIT (a)(1)(E) Offer to Purchase for Cash Up To 5,000,000 Shares of Beneficial Interest of Franklin Universal Trust at 95% of Net Asset Value Per Share by Bulldog Investors General Partnership THE OFFER AND WITHDRAWAL RIGHTS WILL EXPIRE AT 5:00 P.M., NEW YORK CITY TIME, ON MARCH 21, 2008, UNLESS THE OFFER IS EXTENDED (THE “EXPIRATION DATE”). To Ou

February 15, 2008 EX-99.(A)(1)(H)

Bulldog Investors General Partnership

EXHIBIT (a)(1)(H) Bulldog Investors General Partnership Park 80 West - Plaza Two, Suite 750, Saddle Brook, NJ 07663 Phone: 201-556-0092 / Fax: 201-556-0097 / info@bulldoginvestors.

February 15, 2008 EX-99.(A)(1)(D)

Offer to Purchase for Cash Up To 5,000,000 Shares of Beneficial Interest Franklin Universal Trust 95% of Net Asset Value Per Share Bulldog Investors General Partnership

EX-99.(A)(1)(D) 5 ex99a1d.htm LETTER TO BROKERS EXHIBIT (a)(1)(D) Offer to Purchase for Cash Up To 5,000,000 Shares of Beneficial Interest Of Franklin Universal Trust At 95% of Net Asset Value Per Share By Bulldog Investors General Partnership February 15, 2008 To Brokers, Dealers, Commercial Banks, Trust Companies and Other Nominees: Bulldog Investors General Partnership, a New York general partn

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